Dream School supports Typhoon Yagi survivors

Established in 2023, this non-profit organisation is dedicated to advancing inclusive and equitable education, while nurturing lifelong learning opportunities for future generations.

On September 28, members of The Dream School travelled to areas significantly impacted by Typhoon Yagi, focusing their support on schools and students. The initiative spanned four provinces—Yen Bai, Tuyen Quang, Ha Giang, and Lang Son—where the team provided meaningful support to communities and students alike.

Members of The Dream School (white shirts) with students at Xa Ho Boarding School for Ethnic Kids. Photo: The Dream School

In Yen Bai, the team visited Xa Ho Boarding School for Ethnic Kids, donating 501 quilted jackets to help students prepare for winter. Additional contributions included two computers and 100 new shirts for the school's staff and teachers. The team also provided VND10 million ($394.4) to improve learning conditions for the students.

At Hong Thai Elementary School in Tuyen Quang, The Dream School donated a new computer and VND20 million ($788.3) to enhance infrastructure and fund extracurricular activities for students.

In Ha Giang, the team visited Yen Minh village, distributing 40 bags of rice and 80 shirts to support residents recovering from the storm. They also contributed VND9 million ($355) in cash.

Students at Hong Thai Elementary School at lunch time. Photo: The Dream School

The final stop of The Dream School’s charity journey was Lang Son, where the team visited Hop Thanh village. Contributions included VND10 million ($395), with an additional VND5 million ($197) designated for winter clothing for local residents. Throughout the journey, members of The Dream School also helped prepare lunch for nearly 650 children, assisting from ingredient preparation to food distribution.

“Even though all my belongings were damaged and part of the back of my house collapsed, I still feel lucky. As long as we have our lives, we can rebuild,” said a resident of Hop Thanh village.

Reflecting on the trip, Minh Nguyen, founder of The Dream School said, “The journey was a deeply humbling experience that taught me there is so much more to giving than simply offering help—it’s about truly understanding the people you’re serving. What stood out most was the incredible resilience of the communities we encountered. Despite landslides and floods that disrupted their lives, they remained hopeful and strong. Looking back, I’ve come to appreciate how even the smallest gestures can bring real hope to those who need it most.”

On September 7, Typhoon Yagi, the strongest storm to strike Vietnam in 70 years, made landfall, affecting 14 northern provinces and impacting the lives of millions. Government data shows that at least 350 people were dead or missing, and over 250 were injured.

Infrastructure, including medical facilities, water systems, and schools, was severely damaged, leaving 3 million people without access to safe drinking water, while 2.4 million children faced disrupted education. More than 3,000 homes were destroyed, and 272,000 hectares of agricultural land were damaged, heightening vulnerability for millions of families.

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